Post-secondary diploma/degree in engineering technology
8+ years of mechanical engineering design experience, focusing on hydraulics or mobile equipment
Intermediate/advanced SolidWorks skills
Knowledge of GD&T
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Strong report writing and presentation skills
Proficient troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
Responsibilities
Manage projects through all design phases: Concept/Feasibility, Prototype, and Production
Design and release custom hydraulic and pneumatic components
Conduct strength, flow, FEA, and other analyses under supervision
Perform hand calculations outside of simulations
Ensure timely completion of design activities
Maintain project management documentation and database
Initiate and maintain bill of materials and routing in MRP systems
Conduct product verification and validation testing
Participate in design review processes
Design manufacturing equipment and tooling as required
Mentor junior designers and provide technical guidance
Benefits
Benefits after 3 months
Company matching pension after 1 year
Annual increase opportunities
On-site cafeteria with subsidized rates
Uniforms provided after 3 months
Employee events including free lunches
Opportunities for advancement
Full Job Description
Purpose of Job:
Design, engineer, prototype and manufacture custom hydraulic and pneumatic components following Hydra Dyna Technology's standards and procedures in timely manner to meet or exceed customer requirements.
Principal Accountabilities:
Manage assigned projects through all the design phases including Concept/Feasibility, Prototype and Production.
Design and release custom hydraulic and pneumatic components in a timely manner to meet or exceed customer requirements. Typical components are hydraulic cylinder assemblies, rotary assemblies, manifold assemblies and accumulator assemblies.
Conducting strength, flow, FEA and other analysis under the direction of a Director of NPD.
Carry out hand calculations as necessary outside of simulations such as FEA and CFD.
Ensure that design activities are completed on time as outlined in timelines, design plans, or action plans.
Input data into the Project Management database and keep it up to date. Keep project management file system documentation and record orderly and up to date.
Initiate and maintain the bill of material and routing in E2/SAP - Manufacturing Resource Planning System (MRP)
Conducting product verification and validation testing and test reports.
Initiate and participate in the design review process.
Design and implementation of manufacturing equipment, machine components, tooling, jigs, racks, gauges, checking fixtures, and error and mistake-proofing devices as required.
Initiate and/or revise communication notes, standards, work instructions, inspection reports and other relevant documents.
Advance technical reports writing skills with heavy focus on engineering principles
Advance FEA analysis which can be backed up with mathematical models and advance calculations
Mentorship of junior designers
Provide technical guidance within the team
Spearheading junior designer team members as one cell
Understanding of GD&T
Understanding of manufacturing principles and processes
Support efforts in the continuous development of mechanical design standards and practices.
Communicate and work with all departments to ensure that new products or engineering changes are implemented properly and on time
Interface with customers and suppliers
Follow Hydra Dyne Policies, procedures, work instructions and help contribute to their improvement.
Other tasks as assigned.
Health and Safety Responsibilities:
Wear all required PPE while in plant.
Work safely & ergonomically by following H&S policies.
Report any unsafe acts, conditions or accidents across the plant.
Report accidents, near misses, injuries, or illnesses immediately to your supervisor.
Inspect equipment and the workplace regularly.
Be alert for hazards.
Cooperate with others on matters relating to occupational health and safety.
Knowledge, Skills and Education:
Post-secondary diploma/degree in engineering technology.
Intermediate/advance Solid Works skills.
8+ years of experience in mechanical engineering design with focus on hydraulics or mobile equipment
Knowledge of GD&T
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Good report writing and presentation skills.
Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
